NAMI News

What do we make about the connection between cat bites and the risk of depression?

Half of all lifetime mental illness begins by age 14, with one in five children affected by mental illness and often not getting treatment for years. To help children and their families, schools and communities, the Cigna Foundation is sponsoring and co-hosting a forum and webcast today with the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI). The forum will provide steps that teachers, parents and health care professionals can take to address the growing mental health crisis among youth

One of the best steps in recovery from mental illness is a job, but the national unemployment rate for individuals receiving public mental health services is approximately 80 percent, according to a report issued by the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI).

The National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) is launching a new program to provide education and support to families of Military Service Members and Veterans affected by major mental health conditions. Read More.

Recently unveiled by CNN is the powerful story of Stephanie Escamilla, her son “Daniel” and his experience living with mental illness.

Two reports released in recent weeks provide updated views of mental health trends among children and youth.

The Dec. 5 event is an important part of the National Dialogue on Mental Health and is expected to encourage even more participation.

The National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI is pleased to announce the appointment of Mary Giliberti as the new Executive Director of the national organization. Read More.

The National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) has launched a new national program to educate high school students about mental illness.

On Nov. 14, NAMI will be presenting Professor Patrick D. McGorry with NAMI’s annual Scientific Research Award at the House of Sweden in Washington D.C.